Engineering Jobs in Norton Shores, MI

A globally prominent and rapidly growing industrial manufacturing organization is seeking to hire an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety Director to oversee a large team of EHS professionals across a large, complex manufacturing campus in West Michigan. This individual will serve as the senior safety and environmental authority for the site, responsible for establishing strategy, strengthening compliance, and driving a culture of safety and accountability across multiple operations and departments. This role will partner closely with executive leadership, operations, engineering, and HR to reduce risk, ensure regulatory compliance, and continuously improve environmental and workplace safety performance.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership for Environmental, Health, and Safety programs across the entire manufacturing campus, ensuring full compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• Develop and execute the site’s EHS strategy, establishing clear priorities and performance metrics aligned with operational and corporate objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the site EHS team while ensuring consistent program execution across multiple production areas and departments.
• Drive proactive safety culture initiatives focused on hazard identification, incident prevention, and workforce engagement.
• Oversee environmental compliance programs including permitting, emissions management, waste handling, and regulatory reporting.
• Lead investigations into safety incidents and near misses, ensuring robust root cause analysis and implementation of sustainable corrective actions.
• Partner closely with Operations, Engineering, and Maintenance leadership to integrate safety considerations into process improvements, capital projects, and operational planning.
• Serve as the primary site liaison for regulatory agencies, corporate EHS leadership, and external auditors.
• Establish and monitor key safety and environmental performance indicators, using data-driven insights to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure all employees receive appropriate safety training and that programs remain aligned with evolving regulatory and operational requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive Environmental, Health & Safety leadership experience within a complex manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated success leading EHS programs for large industrial operations with significant regulatory oversight.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, environmental permitting, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Proven leadership ability with experience managing and developing EHS professionals and influencing cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to drive cultural change across a large workforce.

SCHERDEL SALES & TECHNOLOGY, INC

Reports To: Human Resources Manager

Department: Human Resources

Classification: Exempt

JOB FUNCTION:

The Environmental Health & Safety Engineer is the designed lead to create value through developing, documenting, communicating, implementing, monitoring, maintaining, and leading the company’s Environmental Health & Safety programs and policies.This role will work directly with leadership to identify and mitigate risks, lead capital project opportunities for risk reduction, and apply. This role will be commitment to environmental sustainability and stewardship using practices to maximize the use of renewable raw materials throughout processes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develops, implements, manages and maintains oversight of company safety programs to include but not limited to; Confined Space Entry, Emergency Response, Electrical Safe Work Practices, Hazardous Communication, Lock-Tag-Verify, Forklift, Hoist, and Crane Certifications, Fall Protection, Incident Investigation, Mobile Equipment, Personal Protective Equipment, Ergonomics, Injury Management, Safe Work Permits, Waste Minimization/Reduction/Disposal, OSHA, MIOSHA, Contractor Guidelines
• Leads in the development, implementation and improvements of safety training systems and effectively educates team members
• Enhances the company’s capability in risk reduction
• Supports various Scherdel’s departments new hire orientation for new employees and for outside vendors and contractors
• Provides a visible safety presence and knowledgeable resource in operations, maintenance, and contract work groups
• Serves as a subject matter resource in the evaluation, interpretation, and compliance of safety and health laws, regulations and permits, audits and as related
• Develops and uses risk assessment methods and tools for anticipating, identifying, and evaluating hazards. Managing and assisting with the mitigation of identified gaps, weaknesses, and improvement opportunities,
• Leads the Safety Committee and communicates company Safety & Health vision, expectations, strategies, and initiatives
• Ensures the facility has prioritized (risk-based), actionable strategies and that effective metrics are utilized to monitor progress and performance
• Coaches and mentors’ employees to facilitate commitment and ownership of safety at all levels in the organization
• Responds to employee inquires on health-related issues in the workplace
• Manages data and reporting issues, initiatives/projects, incidents, assessments/audits, and safety performance for facility to management
• Works according to Scherdel’s quality and environmental system requirements, and customer quality requirements
• Plans, implements, controls and maintains the processes needed to meet requirements of the OH&S and EMS management systems as listed in ISO 14001:2015 & 45001:2018

FUNCTION REQUIREMENTS:

Education/Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in EH&S Science, Industrial Hygiene, or other safety, technical, engineering field, or,
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in environmental health and safety field including at least three (3) in an industrial/manufacturing environment.

Preferred:

• Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or equivalent certification
• Completion of OSHA courses; 501, 503, 511, and similar per OSHA Training Institute
• Working knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 45001.

Skills:

• Current knowledge of legal and compliance regulations related to EHS
• Expertise in ergonomics, quality systems, continuous improvement, audits, risk assessment , risk management, incident investigation and accident prevention to include experience training others
• Experience in permits and submitting environmental reports to state and city authorities (air, water and similar)

Competencies:

• Strategic
• Time Management
• Results Driven
• Problem Solver
• Thoroughness
• Communication
• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility

Other duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of actives, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This off-shift position is located within our Plant 10 Whitehall Casting Operation and will direct and motivate the manufacturing work force to produce products of high quality in the most efficient and safe manner and ensure that scheduling meets business and customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervises an effective team; includes planning and holding meetings, preparing and conducting performance appraisals as appropriate, managing staffing levels (including vacations, overtime, and leaves of absences), assisting with career development (motivates, coaches, and trains to acquire maximum quality, productivity, morale, and cooperation), approving time and attendance, and prioritizing and making work assignments.
• Provides effective feedback to employees, both positive and negative. Maintains appropriate documentation for all disciplinary actions taken.
• Provides training and mentoring to new Supervisors.
• Directs training and orientation of employees to ensure EHS rules are known and understood, to improve work performance, and acquaint employees with company policies and procedures.
• Maintains compliance with the collective bargaining agreement. Interfaces between management and union officials. Handles grievances.
• Ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, and practices.
• Schedules production and work teams.
• Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operations, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
• Promotes EHS and continuous improvement initiatives and culture.
• Implements ABS principles and initiatives and is the 6S program leader.
• Interacts with their employees and other departments in order to manage the flow of product through the operation.
• Maintains inventories, as applicable.
• Creates a total awareness among assigned employees of Company policies, regulations, procedures, and business initiatives. Enforces compliance and acts as a positive resource for information and questions.
• Responds to emergencies. Assists in troubleshooting production problems. Investigates and analyzes. Initiates or recommends actions to correct deviations and variables affecting schedules, costs, quality, and other factors.
• Prepares and analyzes documentation as required (i.e. production reports, log sheets, etc).
• Reviews work procedures for safety regulations and concerns.
• Plans, develops, and implements new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and effect greater utilization of labor and materials.
• Confers with management, engineering, and quality control personnel to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipment.
• Performs audits for safety compliance; facilitates the 6S audit program.
• Assists with budget and goal setting of the operation.
• Complies with all EHS rules required for the work environment.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Job Roles

• Anticipation--asks questions to understand needs of multiple stakeholder groups; prepares operation for optimal execution; contributes as a strategic partner to planning process
• Reliability--leads by example; provides goal and measurement information to others; facilitates safe environment; works effectively within parameters of bargaining unit contract
• Optimizer--improves processes; executes production for maximal output; eliminates waste; increases quality; aligns activity and resources to desired outcomes; sets others up for success
• Facilitator--interacts with internal and external stakeholders at multiple levels; furnishes accurate instructions to others; acts as liaison between planning, management and execution elements of the business
• Responsiveness--deals effectively with the unforeseen; modifies labor schedule or other variables as needed based on circumstances
• Influence-- delegates effectively; capable of explaining the why behind a recommendation or directive; advocates for the business; maintains approachability; deals with conflict and change effectively
• Organization and structure--plans daily; coordinates to deliver on time; ensures efficiencies while balancing priorities of multiple projects and stakeholder groups; has contingency plans
• Observation--sees and hears through the lens of performance; enables accuracy in scheduling, quality in production and relationship with customers; makes recommendations and changes based on patterns and data; monitors for feedback and communicates findings; sees physical and personnel issues and acts on observations; has a finger on the pulse of what occurs within the plant
• Ownership--accepts accountability for the performance of others and the business; inspires ownership and improvement in others; invites measurement

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 3 years leadership experience
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with TPM, Synchronous Mfg., and Kaizen Concepts
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, have good team building skills, excellent people skills; ability to handle multiple tasks, technically oriented
• Must be energetic and a self-starter, able to promote and implement change, have good PC skills, good telephone skills, strong organizational skills, and ability to promote a continuous improvement atmosphere

This off-shift position is located within our Plant 10 Whitehall Casting Operation and will direct and motivate the manufacturing work force to produce products of high quality in the most efficient and safe manner and ensure that scheduling meets business and customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervises an effective team; includes planning and holding meetings, preparing and conducting performance appraisals as appropriate, managing staffing levels (including vacations, overtime, and leaves of absences), assisting with career development (motivates, coaches, and trains to acquire maximum quality, productivity, morale, and cooperation), approving time and attendance, and prioritizing and making work assignments.
• Provides effective feedback to employees, both positive and negative. Maintains appropriate documentation for all disciplinary actions taken.
• Provides training and mentoring to new Supervisors.
• Directs training and orientation of employees to ensure EHS rules are known and understood, to improve work performance, and acquaint employees with company policies and procedures.
• Maintains compliance with the collective bargaining agreement. Interfaces between management and union officials. Handles grievances.
• Ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, and practices.
• Schedules production and work teams.
• Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operations, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
• Promotes EHS and continuous improvement initiatives and culture.
• Implements ABS principles and initiatives and is the 6S program leader.
• Interacts with their employees and other departments in order to manage the flow of product through the operation.
• Maintains inventories, as applicable.
• Creates a total awareness among assigned employees of Company policies, regulations, procedures, and business initiatives. Enforces compliance and acts as a positive resource for information and questions.
• Responds to emergencies. Assists in troubleshooting production problems. Investigates and analyzes. Initiates or recommends actions to correct deviations and variables affecting schedules, costs, quality, and other factors.
• Prepares and analyzes documentation as required (i.e. production reports, log sheets, etc).
• Reviews work procedures for safety regulations and concerns.
• Plans, develops, and implements new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and effect greater utilization of labor and materials.
• Confers with management, engineering, and quality control personnel to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipment.
• Performs audits for safety compliance; facilitates the 6S audit program.
• Assists with budget and goal setting of the operation.
• Complies with all EHS rules required for the work environment.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Job Roles

• Anticipation--asks questions to understand needs of multiple stakeholder groups; prepares operation for optimal execution; contributes as a strategic partner to planning process
• Reliability--leads by example; provides goal and measurement information to others; facilitates safe environment; works effectively within parameters of bargaining unit contract
• Optimizer--improves processes; executes production for maximal output; eliminates waste; increases quality; aligns activity and resources to desired outcomes; sets others up for success
• Facilitator--interacts with internal and external stakeholders at multiple levels; furnishes accurate instructions to others; acts as liaison between planning, management and execution elements of the business
• Responsiveness--deals effectively with the unforeseen; modifies labor schedule or other variables as needed based on circumstances
• Influence-- delegates effectively; capable of explaining the why behind a recommendation or directive; advocates for the business; maintains approachability; deals with conflict and change effectively
• Organization and structure--plans daily; coordinates to deliver on time; ensures efficiencies while balancing priorities of multiple projects and stakeholder groups; has contingency plans
• Observation--sees and hears through the lens of performance; enables accuracy in scheduling, quality in production and relationship with customers; makes recommendations and changes based on patterns and data; monitors for feedback and communicates findings; sees physical and personnel issues and acts on observations; has a finger on the pulse of what occurs within the plant
• Ownership--accepts accountability for the performance of others and the business; inspires ownership and improvement in others; invites measurement

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 3 years leadership experience
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with TPM, Synchronous Mfg., and Kaizen Concepts
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, have good team building skills, excellent people skills; ability to handle multiple tasks, technically oriented
• Must be energetic and a self-starter, able to promote and implement change, have good PC skills, good telephone skills, strong organizational skills, and ability to promote a continuous improvement atmosphere

This off-shift position is located within our Plant 10 Whitehall Casting Operation and will direct and motivate the manufacturing work force to produce products of high quality in the most efficient and safe manner and ensure that scheduling meets business and customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervises an effective team; includes planning and holding meetings, preparing and conducting performance appraisals as appropriate, managing staffing levels (including vacations, overtime, and leaves of absences), assisting with career development (motivates, coaches, and trains to acquire maximum quality, productivity, morale, and cooperation), approving time and attendance, and prioritizing and making work assignments.
• Provides effective feedback to employees, both positive and negative. Maintains appropriate documentation for all disciplinary actions taken.
• Provides training and mentoring to new Supervisors.
• Directs training and orientation of employees to ensure EHS rules are known and understood, to improve work performance, and acquaint employees with company policies and procedures.
• Maintains compliance with the collective bargaining agreement. Interfaces between management and union officials. Handles grievances.
• Ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, and practices.
• Schedules production and work teams.
• Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operations, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
• Promotes EHS and continuous improvement initiatives and culture.
• Implements ABS principles and initiatives and is the 6S program leader.
• Interacts with their employees and other departments in order to manage the flow of product through the operation.
• Maintains inventories, as applicable.
• Creates a total awareness among assigned employees of Company policies, regulations, procedures, and business initiatives. Enforces compliance and acts as a positive resource for information and questions.
• Responds to emergencies. Assists in troubleshooting production problems. Investigates and analyzes. Initiates or recommends actions to correct deviations and variables affecting schedules, costs, quality, and other factors.
• Prepares and analyzes documentation as required (i.e. production reports, log sheets, etc).
• Reviews work procedures for safety regulations and concerns.
• Plans, develops, and implements new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and effect greater utilization of labor and materials.
• Confers with management, engineering, and quality control personnel to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipment.
• Performs audits for safety compliance; facilitates the 6S audit program.
• Assists with budget and goal setting of the operation.
• Complies with all EHS rules required for the work environment.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Job Roles

• Anticipation--asks questions to understand needs of multiple stakeholder groups; prepares operation for optimal execution; contributes as a strategic partner to planning process
• Reliability--leads by example; provides goal and measurement information to others; facilitates safe environment; works effectively within parameters of bargaining unit contract
• Optimizer--improves processes; executes production for maximal output; eliminates waste; increases quality; aligns activity and resources to desired outcomes; sets others up for success
• Facilitator--interacts with internal and external stakeholders at multiple levels; furnishes accurate instructions to others; acts as liaison between planning, management and execution elements of the business
• Responsiveness--deals effectively with the unforeseen; modifies labor schedule or other variables as needed based on circumstances
• Influence-- delegates effectively; capable of explaining the why behind a recommendation or directive; advocates for the business; maintains approachability; deals with conflict and change effectively
• Organization and structure--plans daily; coordinates to deliver on time; ensures efficiencies while balancing priorities of multiple projects and stakeholder groups; has contingency plans
• Observation--sees and hears through the lens of performance; enables accuracy in scheduling, quality in production and relationship with customers; makes recommendations and changes based on patterns and data; monitors for feedback and communicates findings; sees physical and personnel issues and acts on observations; has a finger on the pulse of what occurs within the plant
• Ownership--accepts accountability for the performance of others and the business; inspires ownership and improvement in others; invites measurement

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 3 years leadership experience
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with TPM, Synchronous Mfg., and Kaizen Concepts
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, have good team building skills, excellent people skills; ability to handle multiple tasks, technically oriented
• Must be energetic and a self-starter, able to promote and implement change, have good PC skills, good telephone skills, strong organizational skills, and ability to promote a continuous improvement atmosphere

Company Description

SCHERDEL North America is part of the globally recognized SCHERDEL Group, a family-owned company with approximately 6,800 employees across 46 locations worldwide. The SCHERDEL Group specializes in metal-forming, with expertise in producing engineering springs, vehicle components, and products for the medical market. Renowned for innovation and high-quality manufacturing, the company prioritizes excellence and sustainability in its operations.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Lean Coordinator at SCHERDEL North America, based in Muskegon, MI. The Lean Coordinator will be responsible for implementing and sustaining lean management principles, developing continuous improvement processes, and driving operational excellence across company operations. Additional responsibilities include analyzing data, utilizing lean tools, managing improvement projects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding and application of Lean Management, Lean Tools, and principles of Operational Excellence
• Proficiency in Project Management to oversee and execute improvement initiatives effectively
• Exceptional Analytical Skills to evaluate processes, identify areas for optimization, and interpret data-driven insights
• Proven ability to work in cross-functional teams and manage change in a collaborative environment
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Knowledge of the manufacturing or metal-forming industry is an advantage
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field is preferred

Production Supervisor

A growing manufacturing operation is seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor to lead daily plant operations and drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. This role is responsible for directing a unionized workforce, meeting production schedules, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop production employees to achieve operational goals
• Schedule labor and production to meet business and customer demands
• Monitor performance metrics; resolve safety, quality, maintenance, and productivity issues
• Promote and enforce EHS standards and safe work practices
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives including Lean, TPM, Kaizen, and 6S programs
• Ensure compliance with company policies and collective bargaining agreements
• Partner cross-functionally with planning, engineering, maintenance, and quality teams
• Manage staffing levels, time and attendance, performance reviews, and employee development
• Address employee relations matters and handle grievances in a union environment

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3+ years of leadership experience
• Authorization to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship available)

Preferred:

• Supervisory experience in manufacturing
• Experience in a unionized environment
• Background in Lean manufacturing, TPM, Synchronous Manufacturing, or Kaizen
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

This opportunity is ideal for an energetic, process-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is committed to driving operational excellence through people leadership.

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading maintenance operations within a manufacturing and casting environment. This role oversees execution of preventative maintenance programs, equipment reliability, facility maintenance, and coordination of maintenance activities to support safe, efficient production operations.

The position works closely with engineering, production, and maintenance teams to minimize downtime, improve equipment performance, and maintain building and operational systems.

Responsibilities

• Execute and oversee preventive maintenance programs
• Supervise maintenance and skilled trades personnel
• Coordinate repair activities and respond to equipment breakdowns
• Direct maintenance of production equipment and facility infrastructure
• Work with engineering and maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability
• Manage outside contractors and service providers
• Coordinate office moves and facility rearrangements as needed
• Participate in plant safety inspections and EHS initiatives
• Review operational and production reports to resolve manufacturing or maintenance issues
• Inspect equipment to ensure optimal utilization and performance
• Promote safety, continuous improvement, and operational efficiency

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 3 years of leadership experience supervising maintenance or skilled trades teams

Purpose of the job

Continuously improve customer satisfaction. Develop quality standards, investigate non-conforming products and materials, ensure containment, determine root cause, and implement corrective and preventive actions. Audit procedures and work instructions to ensure compliance. Partner with internal operations team members and key suppliers to implement error proofing and other process controls.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Develop Supplier Quality Guidelines to identify capable suppliers, control change requirements, and respond to nonconforming materials
• Develop risk-based control plans using historical data and FMEA to ensure quality specifications deliver customer satisfaction efficiently
• Establish effective quality metrics to ensure process control and timely reaction to changes in capability
• Develop inspection and test methods to ensure the quality of incoming materials; and equipment and capability
• Establish effective quality control methods including poke yoke and SPC
• Investigate quality concerns, ensure containment, determine root cause and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Develop a deep understanding of relevant codes, product specifications, and manufacturing processes
• Maintain reference materials and control essential Quality Management System documents
• Provide cross-functional leadership to achieve specific breakthrough improvement goals
• Work cross functionally to develop procedures, work instructions, forms, and records in support of an effective Quality Management System
• Ensure revision control and convenient access

Essential Qualifications

Structural Concepts is looking for entry level to senior Quality Engineers, and a job offer will be in line with the following expectations:

Level I

• Education: BS in Engineering, Statistics, Operations or closely related field.
• Experience 1 – 3 years
• Problem Solving Skills
• Auditing skills
• Skilled in collecting and visualizing data using trend charts, histograms, Pareto charts, etc.
• Excellent phone and email communicator.
• Functional knowledge of MS desktop and ERP applications.

Level II

• Experience 3 – 7 years
• Quality Management -OR- equivalent experience and professional training
• Skilled in applying advanced Quality tools including, SPC, FMEA, Gauge R and R, Ishikawa diagrams, QFD, Regression, ANOVA, Cpk, etc.
• Skilled in APQP - identifying critical to quality (CTQ) variables and developing control plans

Level III

• Experience 7+ years
• Skilled in coaching and influencing others
• Deep understanding of ISO9001 Quality Management Systems
• Skilled in facilitation breakthrough process capability methods using six sigma and advanced statistical tools such as DOE

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.